Gerard “Jerry” “Cowboy” P. Largay, age 85, soulmate partner of the late Shirley Morrill. Jerry passed away on August 31, 2025. He was a lifelong resident of Lowell and the former owner of Glenview Auto Sales.
Born on November 26, 1939 the son of Frederick and Simone (Dumont) Largay. He received his education in the Lowell school system. In the early 60s he was a salesman for Juvenile Furniture of Lowell. In 1979, he founded Glenview Auto Sales, located on the corner of Tanner and Plain Street in Lowell. Jerry worked there for 35 years, retiring in 2005. Jerry was famous for his cowboy hat. He was a Notary Public and Justice of the Peace for over 20 years, performing hundreds of weddings.
He held a membership in the Lafayette club of Lowell. He was a reserved Deputy Sheriff of Middlesex County. In 1995, he was appointed to the cemetery board and became Chairman in 1997. For years he was involved with the Edward A. LeLacheur Foundation.
Mr. Largay is survived by his daughter and son in law, Kristine C. Norwood and her husband Todd of Orlando, as well as his son Gerard M. Largay of Washington State. His two grandsons who he loved very much, Cody and Tyler Norwood of Orlando. His granddaughters Cortney Dell and Nalena Largay of Alaska. His special relationships with his nieces, nephews and spouses-Nicole and Tony Silva. Margie and Kenny Amadon, Roger and Patricia Sonia, John and Becky Largay, and Russell Largay, Also, Ryan and Michael Amadon. His bonus granddaughter Ally and his great granddaughter Amina “Baby girl”. He also shared an incredible bond that was unbreakable with Antonio “Bud Bud” Silva.
He is leaving behind Karen and Michael McKnight of Florida, who were more than just friends, they were family. He will also be missed by all of his “2nd” Best Friends… too many to name, but you know who you are.
Visitation Friday Sept 5, 2025 from 6-8pm at DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 106 Middlesex St. Chelmsford MA 01863. Funeral from Dolan Funeral Home at 9am on Saturday Sept. 6, 2025 with a Mass at 10am at the Immaculate Conception Church 144 East Merrimack St. Lowell, MA 01852. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. ARRANGEMENTS by MORSE BAYLISS visitation at DOLAN FUNERAL HOME.
8 responses to “Gerard “Jerry” “Cowboy” P. Largay, age 85 lifelong resident of Lowell”
My condolences to all of you. He was a hell of if I guy. Married me 25 years ago and always a true dear friend.
We are truly sorry
Janine & Arty Daunais
My deepest sympathy to you all. I keep looking for the right words to say but how do you write in one or two sentences a lifetime of memories.
Jerry loved to eat, drive “Miss Kriss” his Ford Wrecker back in the day, make people smile with his antics but what he treasured most was his family and his second best family of friends. He will be missed by many.
jerry,you are a class act guy, god bless you. Tom Paskiewicz, Billerica
Just a wonderful guy always upbeat and unique.He will be remembered always with a smile and a hello May He Rest in Peace Sincerely. Jim Moynihan
A Great Guy Go Way Back With Jerry Many Memories May He RIP
Remember him well, and our conversations.
Dear Jerry,
I just by coincidence saw your obituary, and I was first shocked, and second mad at myself for not seeing this in the Sun.
You were a very special man with a big heart, and you will be dearly missed. May you now rest in peace with Shirley, and Eddie, Donald, and all who have gone before you. May you reap the benefits of Heaven as you are so deserving.
With love,
Judy Pare
We are so sad to learn of cowboy Jerry’s passing. It was an honor to know him. Will miss his impromptu visits and we will be visiting him often at St Joes where we met